Chapter 281: Chapter 281

This isn’t a trivial matter; it concerns their future lives together. Follow current novels on NoveI★Fire.net

So Ji Yu definitely has to be cautious about it, otherwise it will only lead to awkwardness between them.

"By the way, Aunt has woken up. Do you want to visit her at the hospital first before heading back to rest?" Gu Qixiao brought this up as the reason he hadn’t taken action against them immediately.

After all, there was still the matter of owing someone a debt of gratitude.

Once this kindness is repaid, if they dare act this way again, he definitely won’t show any mercy.

"Really?" Ji Yu’s expression lit up with surprise and delight.

"Of course it’s true. Aunt woke up last night. Initially, I wanted to let you know earlier, but I only brought you back today."

He seemed to feel a little guilty.

"This isn’t your fault to begin with. Why would you feel guilty? Plus, telling me this news has made me so happy."

After learning about it, Ji Yu managed to shove all her worries to the back of her mind.

"Gu Qixiao, you have no idea how happy I am right now."

She had been waiting for this day for so long that she couldn’t help but feel emotional.

"Alright, we’ll head to the hospital soon. You’ll be even happier then."

Ji Yu was worried Madam Ji might notice that she hadn’t been doing particularly well recently, so she deliberately dressed up a bit.

However, upon seeing Madam Ji at the hospital, her tears broke through. No matter how beautifully she had dressed, it didn’t mean much now.

"Why are you crying, silly child? I’m fine now, aren’t I?" Madam Ji said with a faint but helpless smile.

Although her complexion still appeared pale, she knew that the current circumstances were already nothing short of miraculous.

"Mom..." Ji Yu, who was usually very strong, found herself unable to muster any strength in this situation.

"Alright, alright, don’t cry. After all, you did your makeup so beautifully today. And, Gu is here watching, too."

Ji Yu simply couldn’t hold back her tears.

Coupled with the current situation, it brought back heartfelt memories.

"Look at you, already a grown-up, and still crying over something ? Have you been feeling wronged lately?" Madam Ji’s gaze remained gentle as she looked at Ji Yu.

Ji Yu couldn’t help herself anymore, "Mom, I’ve just been missing you so much. Thank goodness you’re okay."

Madam Ji gently ruffled Ji Yu’s hair, her demeanor full of warmth.

"I know you’ve probably been through a lot lately. Don’t keep everything bottled up inside. But I think you and Gu seem to be getting along pretty well."

Thinking back to how much care Gu Qixiao had given Ji Yu recently, Madam Ji’s approval of him grew stronger.

"Yes, we’re already planning to get married." Ji Yu hadn’t forgotten this matter and knew Gu Qixiao sometimes lacked a sense of security in these things.

That’s why she made the effort to talk about it first.

Madam Ji was slightly surprised. "I thought the plan was to wait until after having a baby?"

"Yes, we’re planning to have the baby first, and then get married. Right now, we’re simply preparing for the wedding."

She also knew that wearing a wedding dress before having a child wouldn’t look as nice.

But according to Gu Qixiao, they should at least register their marriage first.

Seeing Gu Qixiao’s anxious attitude, Madam Ji even wondered whether her daughter would end up breaking his heart.

"Yu, you absolutely cannot treat Gu carelessly. He’s been so good to you. If you were to do anything to hurt him now, I wouldn’t be able to forgive you."

Ji Yu couldn’t help but laugh through her tears, "Mom, how could I become a heartless woman? This whole situation was just an accident. Besides, everything he’s doing is just a way to assert his presence. There’s been so much interference in our lives lately."

The recent incidents left Ji Yu feeling a bit unsettled.

"I don’t know what’s wrong with these people. No matter what, they just refuse to give up."

Madam Ji clearly understood her own daughter’s character. "You’re an excellent person, which is why you deserve all this. Lately, I guess you’ve had to deal with a lot. If I hadn’t been bedridden, you wouldn’t have needed to communicate with that senior. Your father told me everything."

As she mentioned this, her gaze was filled with compassion for Ji Yu.

"Yu, you must let Mom know if there’s anything you’re struggling with. Don’t just swallow everything down. Carrying it all by yourself will only make you sick."

Ji Yu leaned against her mother’s shoulder, and the two of them seemed to have an endless amount to talk about. The others sensibly left them alone.

Mr. Ji’s mood had improved a lot recently. He felt the current circumstances were the best possible result.

"From now on, I’ll entrust Yu to your care. Although you know she isn’t our biological daughter, to us, there’s no difference. You better not mistreat her."

He was well aware that if Gu Qixiao ever wanted to harm Ji Yu, the Gu family’s power could crush anyone. Still, some things needed to be said, and Ji Yu’s welfare must be prioritized.

Gu Qixiao also understood this sentiment.

"Uncle, you can rest assured. In my heart, Yu will always be the one I love."

To him, this was the most natural thing in the world.

Seeing his sincerity, Mr. Ji was quite satisfied.

"You need to take good care of her. Even if something does go wrong, at the very least, don’t push things too far. If Yu ever wants to leave, you must give her the freedom."

These words left Gu Qixiao feeling a bit perplexed, as he couldn’t quite grasp what Mr. Ji meant.

"Yu is a sensitive girl. Whenever she feels hurt, there’s no way she’ll endure it silently."

In this regard, Mr. Ji was very aware of her personality.

Still, Gu Qixiao didn’t agree with letting her go. To him, Ji Yu was far too important, and letting her leave was simply not an option.

"Don’t look at things so pessimistically. I trust you two will be happy. But of course, think carefully—if you’re not fully committed, don’t talk about marriage with Yu. After marriage, you might face even more challenges."

He understood these implications as well, which was why marrying Ji Yu was an immensely significant decision for him.

"Uncle, don’t worry. I’ll definitely take good care of Yu. She’s truly important to me."

He wasn’t willing to let Ji Yu go.

He also wouldn’t let Ji Yu feel hurt.

"As long as you treat her well, there’s nothing to worry about," Mr. Ji said with a smile.

What parent doesn’t hope their child will find someone who truly loves them?